Unit 6 Assignment: Case Analysis: The Decision Making
Process
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Assignment: Case Analysis: The Decision Making Process
You are to write a minimum, 2 page essay, on this week’s
subject matter per below.
Also, please cite at least two (2) outside sources. This
assignment does NOT have to be in APA format, but you need to include separate
title and reference pages. Times New Roman 12 pt font and double spacing
required.
You will also find a guide for your case study below. Select
a case of organizational decision making from the list of references attached,
OR select a case from your own experience or reading. If you choose to do the
latter, you should obtain the instructor’s approval.
Your case analysis should cover the following:
1. The context of the decision making processes, including
for example: the goals, activities, history or culture of the organization; the
complexity and special features of the task or problem; the major stakeholders
of the decisions.
2. The main phases or activities of the decision making
process, including for example: the background leading up to the problem
situation; problem recognition; development and evaluation of alternatives;
selection of alternative; and outcome of the decision. Where possible, analyze
the information seeking and information use behaviors in the decision making
process.
3. Analyze your case using one or more of the models
introduced this week. You may also introduce other theoretical
perspectives/cases to enrich your analysis. Show how these models/perspectives
provide insight into your case.
4. Assess the overall quality of the decision making
process. Identify its strengths and limitations. Suggest ways of improving the
process.
) Bazerman, M. H., &
Watkins, M. D. 2004. Predictable Surprises: The Disasters You Should Have Seen
Coming, and How to Prevent Them. Boston, MA: Harvard Business School Press
